Solid Waste Engineer
- Winnipeg, MB, Canada
- Greater Winnipeg Metropolitan Area, Canada
Full-time
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- 8+ years of technical experience.
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- English
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Original job description
Job Title: Solid Waste Engineer
Department: Environmental
Job Location: Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg
Req Id: 630
Posting Start Date: 10/13/26
Job Description
About Us
We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.
We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.
Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.
The Role
The Senior Solid Waste Engineer will have a key role In developing and delivering solid waste projects from the proposal stage through design, construction and final delivery. You will work on design projects that both build on your existing knowledge and expand your engineering experience through mentorship from outher senior staff. Working directly with all levels of environmental staff, from field teams to other Project Managers, Senior Staff, and with the Assistant Department Head and Department Head as required, you will engage in design development or take on project management responsibilities and provide technical input and guidance on proposals, field investigation plans, system designs, tender document preparation, contract administration, and troubleshooting. You will serve as a technical resource to ensure quality planning, execution, and documentation for solid waste management work, sometimes collaborating with teams from multiple offices.
Key Responsibilities
KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process.
Department: Environmental
Job Location: Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg
Req Id: 630
Posting Start Date: 10/13/26
Job Description
About Us
We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.
We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.
Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.
The Role
The Senior Solid Waste Engineer will have a key role In developing and delivering solid waste projects from the proposal stage through design, construction and final delivery. You will work on design projects that both build on your existing knowledge and expand your engineering experience through mentorship from outher senior staff. Working directly with all levels of environmental staff, from field teams to other Project Managers, Senior Staff, and with the Assistant Department Head and Department Head as required, you will engage in design development or take on project management responsibilities and provide technical input and guidance on proposals, field investigation plans, system designs, tender document preparation, contract administration, and troubleshooting. You will serve as a technical resource to ensure quality planning, execution, and documentation for solid waste management work, sometimes collaborating with teams from multiple offices.
Key Responsibilities
- Ability to deliver projects of significant complexity, and often with competing priorities.
- Coordinating solid waste projects including site assessment, waste audit, feasibility study, landfill gas generation modelling, waste balance modeling, engineering design, preparation of financial assurance documents, developing operational/master/capitol investment and/or emergency response plans, closure and post-closure services.
- Facilitating coordination of multi-disciplinary work and inter-departmental activities.
- Working with the Quality Management team to uphold quality standards and procedures.
- Working with the Health and Safety Management team to reinforce safety as a top priority, compliance with local legislated and best practice safety needs and ensure required safety training and equipment is available to all staff.
- 8+ years of technical experience.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering is preferred, however an Environmental Science, or Geoscience background with relevant experience will be considered. A Post-graduate degree (M.Eng., M.Sc. and/or Ph.D.) is desirable.
- Possesses Professional Engineering or Geoscientist registration.
- Strong technical knowledge and demonstrated experience in solid waste management.
- Strong organization and planning skills; strong research and technical writing skills. Ability to present information concisely and clearly.
- Experience with various types of waste management facilities, including landfill, waste transfer, composting and material and/or energy recovery is considered an asset.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively lead and motivate employees and help manage project teams.
- Strong report writing and data analysis skills and a strong focus on quality and technical excellence.
- Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional career development.
- Experience and knowledge of relevant environmental legislation, regulations, codes, standards and best practices.
- The ability to make sound, defensible decisions.
- Experience working with Indigenous clients is an asset.
- Ability to travel to sites as needed.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability/willingness to undergo security clearance checks.
KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver solid waste projects from proposals through design, construction, and final delivery, including assessments, modeling, facility design, planning, and closure services. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, provide technical guidance and project management, and uphold quality and health and safety standards.
Requirements
Requires 8 or more years of technical experience, strong solid waste management expertise, and professional engineering or geoscientist registration; a bachelor's degree in engineering is preferred, with relevant environmental science or geoscience experience also considered. Candidates should have strong planning, communication, technical writing, and data analysis skills, knowledge of environmental regulations and standards, and the ability to travel to sites with a valid driver's license.
Skills
- Solid Waste Management
- Project Management
- Engineering Design
- Site Assessment
- Waste Audits
- Feasibility Studies
- Landfill Gas Generation Modeling
- Waste Balance Modeling
- Financial Assurance Documentation
- Operational Planning
- Capital Investment Planning
- Emergency Response Planning
- Closure and Post-Closure Services
- Technical Writing
- Data Analysis
- Quality Management
Benefits
- Total Compensation Package
- Benefits Package
- Professional Development Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Science & Research
- Consulting
Keywords
- Solid Waste Management
- Landfill
- Waste Transfer
- Composting
- Material Recovery
- Energy Recovery
- Site Assessment
- Waste Audit
- Feasibility Study
- Landfill Gas Generation Modeling
- Waste Balance Modeling
- Engineering Design
- Financial Assurance
- Operational Plans
- Master Plans
- Capital Investment Plans
- Emergency Response Plans
- Closure and Post-Closure Services
- Contract Administration
- Field Investigation Plans
- Environmental Legislation
- Environmental Regulations
- Codes and Standards
- Quality Management
- Health and Safety
- Project Management
- Professional Engineer Registration
- Professional Geoscientist Registration
- Indigenous Clients